English Premier League Points Table 2026–27 Updated: Manchester City Take Early Lead, Liverpool Occupy 12th Place
Premier League Points Table 2026–27: Get the current EPL standings after Matchday 2, accurate as of September 2, 2026. Manchester City, Arsenal, Hull City, and Chelsea lead with perfect starts, showcasing early dominance. Brentford, Newcastle, Everton, and Leeds vie for European spots, while Liverpool seek recovery after two draws.
The English Premier League 2026–27 season has roared into life, delivering drama and excitement from the very first whistle. As of September 2, 2026, after a captivating Matchday 2, four teams stand out with unblemished records, setting a frantic pace at the top of the table. Manchester City, Arsenal, newly-promoted Hull City, and Chelsea have all secured maximum points, promising a fiercely contested season ahead. Lamine Camara Chelsea Transfer: AS Monaco Cancel Deal For Senegalese Midfielder After Written Agreement Between Clubs.
Manchester City, the reigning champions, continued their strong form with back-to-back wins, including a hard-fought 2-1 victory over AFC Bournemouth on Matchday 1 where Josko Gvardiol scored an injury-time winner. They followed this with a dominant 4-1 win against Crystal Palace on Matchday 2. Arsenal also began their campaign flawlessly, starting with a convincing 3-0 triumph against Coventry City. They've continued their winning ways, remarkably without conceding a single goal, showcasing their defensive solidity early on.
Perhaps the biggest surprise package in the top four is Hull City AFC, who have made a dream start to life back in the top flight after gaining promotion from the Championship. Their impressive 2-0 victory over Manchester United on Matchday 1 and a subsequent 1-0 win against Coventry City on Matchday 2 have seen them gather six points with a perfect defensive record. Chelsea, under new management, also boast a 100% record, including a thrilling 4-3 win over Brighton on Matchday 2. Chelsea Sign World Cup Winner Emiliano Martinez From Aston Villa.
Premier League 2026–27 Points Table (Updated September 2, 2026)
| Position | Team | Played | Won | Drawn | Lost | GF | GA | GD | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Manchester City FC | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 6 |
| 2 | Arsenal FC | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 6 |
| 3 | Hull City AFC | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 6 |
| 4 | Chelsea FC | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 5 | 2 | 6 |
| 5 | Brentford FC | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| 6 | Newcastle United FC | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| 7 | Everton FC | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| 8 | Leeds United FC | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 |
| 9 | Brighton & Hove Albion FC | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 4 | 3 | 3 |
| 10 | Manchester United FC | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| 11 | Sunderland AFC | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| 12 | Ipswich Town FC | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 6 | -2 | 3 |
| 13 | Liverpool FC | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 2 |
| 14 | AFC Bournemouth | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -1 | 1 |
| 14 | Nottingham Forest FC | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -1 | 1 |
| 16 | Fulham FC | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 4 | -2 | 0 |
| 17 | Coventry City FC | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | -4 | 0 |
| 18 | Crystal Palace FC | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 6 | -5 | 0 |
| 19 | Aston Villa FC | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 5 | -5 | 0 |
| 19 | Tottenham Hotspur FC | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 5 | -5 | 0 |
European Ambitions Taking Shape
Just below the leading pack, a cluster of teams are making their intentions clear for European qualification. Brentford FC, Newcastle United FC, Everton FC, and Leeds United FC all sit on four points, having secured one win and one draw apiece. Newcastle notably grabbed a 2-0 away win against Tottenham Hotspur on Matchday 2, while Brentford impressively beat Tottenham 3-0 on Matchday 1. Brighton & Hove Albion, despite a Matchday 2 loss to Chelsea, remain in ninth with three points thanks to a dominant 4-0 victory over Aston Villa on the opening weekend. Manchester United, after their opening day upset against Hull, bounced back strongly with a 5-2 thrashing of Ipswich Town on Matchday 2, placing them tenth with three points.
The Relegation Battle Heats Up Early
At the other end of the table, the fight for survival has begun in earnest. Fulham FC, Coventry City FC, Crystal Palace FC, Aston Villa FC, and Tottenham Hotspur FC are all yet to register a point after two games. Tottenham's particularly disappointing start sees them rooted at the bottom with Aston Villa, both having conceded five goals without reply in their two defeats. Tottenham lost 0-3 to Brentford on Matchday 1 and 0-2 to Newcastle on Matchday 2. Liverpool FC, a side often expected to challenge for top honours, find themselves in an unusual 13th position with two draws, including a 2-2 result against Newcastle on Matchday 1 and another 2-2 draw against Nottingham Forest on Matchday 2, highlighting some early struggles.
The Premier League season is still in its infancy, but the early standings provide a thrilling glimpse into the narratives that will unfold. With goals flying in and surprising results already making headlines, the 2026–27 campaign promises to be another unforgettable spectacle.
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